Jagaddhatri Puja 2026
Wednesday, 18 November 2026
In 192 days
Wednesday, 18 November 2026
Tithi 9
Names in regional scripts
About Jagaddhatri Puja
Karthika Shukla Navami — worship of Devi Jagaddhatri (Mother of the World), a peaceful four-armed form of Durga. Most prominent in Chandannagar (Hooghly) and Krishnanagar (Nadia), where pandals rival Durga Puja in scale. Three-day festival of art, music, and devotion.
Tithi: Tithi 8 · Type: regional · Fasting: Not central to this festival
Jagaddhatri Puja dates (2025–2029)
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 30 Oct | Thursday |
| 2026This year | 18 Nov | Wednesday |
| 2027 | 7 Nov | Sunday |
| 2028 | 25 Oct | Wednesday |
| 2029 | 13 Nov | Tuesday |
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Frequently asked questions
When is Jagaddhatri Puja 2026?
Jagaddhatri Puja 2026 falls on Wednesday, 18 November 2026. Tithi 8
What is the significance of Jagaddhatri Puja?
Karthika Shukla Navami — worship of Devi Jagaddhatri (Mother of the World), a peaceful four-armed form of Durga. Most prominent in Chandannagar (Hooghly) and Krishnanagar (Nadia), where pandals rival Durga Puja in scale. Three-day festival of art, music, and devotion.
Is Jagaddhatri Puja a public holiday?
Jagaddhatri Puja is not a centrally gazetted holiday but is widely observed in homes and temples. Some states declare it a regional holiday — check your local calendar.
Do you fast on Jagaddhatri Puja?
Fasting is not the central ritual of Jagaddhatri Puja. The day is celebrated with feasts, prayers, and family gatherings.
When will Jagaddhatri Puja be celebrated next year (2027)?
Jagaddhatri Puja 2027 will be celebrated on Sunday, 7 November 2027.
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